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Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii

$2,400
£1,822.38
€2,084.02
CA$3,353.15
A$3,729.43
CHF 1,947.39
MX$45,383.23
NOK 24,871.19
SEK 23,324.79
DKK 15,553.87
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About the Item

A specimen. This is not the NY chair. Indoor camp sensibilities for the modern age. Something of a mid century myth. Completely foldable and with removable headrest. Built tough in canvas, polished chrome and teak. The first models were designed around 1958, taking inspiration from directors chairs - which, is safe to say it predates any of those outdoor foldable joints you’ve been packing to the beach on your camps. Shigeru had a strong affinity for the outdoors and the functionality of this chair no doubt influenced its design. It is worn undoubtedly, as you can see in the photos - personally I think this validates the character and purpose to be lived in.
  • Creator:
    Shigeru Uchida (Designer),Takeshi Nii (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 29.93 in (76 cm)Seat Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1960's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9387237588492

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